Hip vs. Knee Replacement: Understanding Post-Operative Pain and Recovery
While both hip and knee replacement surgeries involve significant post-operative discomfort, knee replacement is often cited as having a more acutely ...
By Jordan
Category: Orthopedics
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Knee Replacement in Adolescents: Growth Plates, Rare Cases, and Alternatives
A 14-year-old can, in extremely rare and severe medical situations, undergo a specialized form of knee arthroplasty, which differs from adult total kn...
By Alex
Bulge Test: Understanding Knee Effusion, Performance, and Clinical Significance
The bulge test is a clinical assessment technique used to detect and quantify small amounts of fluid (effusion) within the knee joint capsule, aiding ...
By Jordan
Big Toe Surgery Recovery: Timelines, Phases, and What to Expect
Big toe surgery recovery typically ranges from a few weeks for basic procedures to 6-12 months for full functional recovery, with initial protected we...
By Jordan
Inferior Glenohumeral Ligament: The Most Often Damaged Shoulder Ligament, Its Injuries, and Management
The Inferior Glenohumeral Ligament (IGHL) is the most often damaged ligament in the shoulder due to its crucial role in preventing anterior dislocatio...
By Jordan
Arthroscopy: Most Common Procedures and Meniscal Tear Treatment
The most common arthroscopic procedure globally is arthroscopic knee surgery, specifically for meniscal tears, often involving a partial meniscectomy.
By Jordan
DRUJ Instability: Understanding, Testing, and Diagnosis
Testing for Distal Radioulnar Joint (DRUJ) instability primarily involves specific physical examination maneuvers to assess joint laxity, pain, and fu...
By Hart
Viscosupplementation: Understanding the Procedure, Benefits, and Risks
Viscosupplementation is a medical procedure involving the injection of hyaluronic acid into a synovial joint to alleviate pain and improve function in...
By Jordan
Rotator Cuff Repair: Acromioplasty, Evidence, and Patient Considerations
For many patients, routine acromioplasty during rotator cuff repair may not offer significant additional benefit in terms of re-tear rates or function...
By Hart
